Monday, March 17, 2014

March 17th - 21st

Hello Families,

This week we continue with our study of geometry and will be learning about formula related to triangles, quadrilaterals and circles. As these calculations are new or contain new elements, it is more important than ever that students have their multiplication facts memorized. Knowing these facts by heart allows students to focus on the complexities of the formulae and how these are used in context. Please have your child use the Reflex Math website three times a week for about 10 minutes each time.

Given the upcoming elections, I have chosen to postpone our unit on the Inuit and Mic Mac and move forward the last Social Studies unit of grade six, Democracy. We will be learning about systems of government and studying democratic and non-democratic societies, as well as learning about the issues surrounding this provincial election. You can help us by sending in any day-old newspapers you receive at home (English or French) that contains articles about the elections.

Along with this unit we will be studying "Obstacles to Dialogue" in Ethics and Religious Culture. This unit is an introduction to argumentative fallacies and begins to develop understanding of how arguments can be evaluated and deconstructed. The media surrounding the elections may give us good examples!

In Music Appreciation, we will soon be starting a unit on Jazz. Always a fun unit, students will become familiar with different styles and a few significant artists, as well as learn new vocabulary related to this style of music.

As always, it is truly appreciated when families support their child's learning at home. Looking over assignments, asking questions and sharing your knowledge and understanding are important to help your child see that their education is important to you.

Thank you, and have a lovely week,
Kathy Napier

Assignments:

Math: work with different formula in geometry, pages in green Math Duotang.
Language Arts: Homereading and A-Z Reading, the RAZ Kids app is encouraged.
Social Studies: Places in Time p. 13-17, and the accompanying sheet, p. 52.

Paperwork: Portfolio Night paper, signed and returned.
Scholastic Due: April 1st



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